<p>The W79 nuclear warhead, in service from the 1960s until its removal in 1991, was a 203mm (8") artillery fired nuclear weapon. During its heyday, thousands were deployed throughout Europe, including Turkey, and in South Korea. Our hosts will examine the weapon system and its legacy. </p>

The W79 nuclear warhead, in service from the 1960s until its removal in 1991, was a 203mm (8") artillery fired nuclear weapon. During its heyday, thousands were deployed throughout Europe, including Turkey, and in South Korea. Our hosts will examine the weapon system and its legacy.

<p>The W79 nuclear warhead, in service from the 1960s until its removal in 1991, was a 203mm (8") artillery fired nuclear weapon. During its heyday, thousands were deployed throughout Europe, including Turkey, and in South Korea. Our hosts will examine the weapon system and its legacy.&nbsp;</p>

The W79 Nuclear Warhead: America's Battlefield Nuke

Nuclear weapons history, The Cold War, and related topics. A former U.S. Army nuclear weapons technician, Jeff Woodward shares his experiences working on nuclear weapons at the end of the Cold War and his time spent in Europe. Jeff also dives into the stories of people who have participated in the Cold War, including former U.S., NATO, Warsaw Pact and Soviet service members. 

Jeff also relates stories from other figures throughout history.

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Nuclear weapons history, The Cold War, and related topics. A former U.S. Army nuclear weapons technician, Jeff Woodward shares his experiences working on nuclear weapons at the end of the Cold War and his time spent in Europe. Jeff also dives into the stories of people who have participated in the Cold War, including former U.S., NATO, Warsaw Pact and Soviet service members. Jeff also relates stories from other figures throughout history.

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